Overview & Reviews

All 2006 Mitsubishi Lancers receive new front fascias, daytime running lamps, a front-seat occupant sensor for airbag deployment and new seat fabrics for 2006. The ES model gets new wheel covers and a rear stabilizer bar, while the Ralliart now features standard side-impact airbags. Antilock brakes become optional for the ES and O-Z Rally. Late in the model year, a new trim level -- the SE -- debuts. It slots between the ES and O-Z Rally.

• Spacious and nicely appointed interior, smooth power delivery, comfortable ride, spirited acceleration in Ralliart model.

• Weak acceleration on ES, SE and O-Z Rally models, small trunk.

User Reviews:

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  Bueno - 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By chaga - April 27 - 1:56 am

  My Mitsubishi Lancer es muy beuno. This car is absolutely great. There finally is a compact sedan at a price to compete with the Civic that has the performance and looks to match.

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  Good Fuel Economy - 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Carr - December 22 - 4:36 pm

  I love my new 2006 Lancer. I have about 8,500 miles on it, getting approximately 28 mpg city/mixed and 31-33 highway. It is not the fastest car, but it is quick off the line. I put a lot of miles on the vehicle, and the ride is comfortable. My only complaint is the wind noise/vibration when only the rear windows are down, but cracking the front window stops the problem. I have the fully loaded ES and like the styling and amenities. I do wish it had more storage capacity, but I bought the car for its combination of good fuel economy and front leg room ( I am 6 feet tall) and have no regrets. I would definitely consider a Lancer if I was buying again.

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  Cant be Beat! - 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Bad in Cairo - September 5 - 7:40 pm

  Having had numerous foreign cars; Kia, Toyota, Lada and US cars; Chevy, Ford, Dodge, Jeep, I cant find any real issues with this vehicle other than the 1.6 liter engine (standard in the Middle East/African regions) which cranks out 108hp. I average 34-38 highway miles. Considering the roads out my way are not comparative to the US or Europe, I find this car soaks ups the potholes quite well and only time will tell how the FWD components last. But as Japanese cars are like Mercedes and BMWs here....worth the money, Ill buy another Mitsubishi again.

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  Only Lancer better would be the EVO - 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By cmcoggon - August 6 - 8:26 pm

  I didnt want to get another Lancer as my wife has an 03 OZ, but I was swayed once I test drove it. It powered into traffic without effort. I was pushed into my seat by unexpected torque. I was sold at that point. The frills (sunroof and Infinity sound system) were just the proverbial icing on the cake.

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  Mitusubishi Lancer ES - Excellent Value - 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Tanzeem - January 3 - 5:46 am

  The Lancer is an excellent value! It has Japanese build quality, feels substantial, gets good fuel economy, has an above average sound sytem, and it absorbs bumps with ease. So far my car has been very reliable. I drove a 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer MX-Extra 1.5 4cylinder in Asia for 4 years and put 178,000 trouble free miles even under extremely heat, stress, and stop and go traffic. My brother is still driving it. The 2006 Lancer feels much stiffer, has more power, interior room and should easily last 250,000 miles+ if maintained according to the owners manual. Overall this is one of the best Japanese Econo Sedans money can buy. It has a solid build quality. The best value is the ES. Go for the Ralliart if you want to go 0-100 fast and then back down to 0 with all round disc and the 2.4L engine.

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  Fantastic car for the money - 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Burford60 - October 11 - 2:16 pm

  I bought this car back in April for my 17 year old son as his first vehichle. He absolutely loves the car. I purchased this car because car insurance was good for a starting driver, its warranty is great, and the car has great quality. I purchased it with the sun and sound package and the sound is unbelievable. The car rides pretty nicely, especially for an entry level car, its no Mercedes for sure, but it has great handling. I read many reviews on Edmunds and Consumer Reports before considering this car. It was a great choice and Consumer Reports is always right. Overall, I would give this car a 10/10.

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  Love My Lancer SE - 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Tim - April 5 - 10:13 am

  Being a former Kia owner I was shopping for a new Kia, but found a great deal on a Lancer SE. It was a great decision! It rides great, has all the options I wanted, and gets good gas mileage. Although the Edmunds.com review cites poor acceleration as a drawback, they must have tested an automatic, I think my five speed is pretty peppy.

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  Love my Lancer 3 - 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Tim - April 3 - 10:00 am

  As of October 2010 with over 55,000 miles still loving my 2006 Lancer SE. I had to get new tires at 50,000 miles and the brakes are about due for service (at 58,000 miles!!). I used to tell people my 1993 Honda Civic was the best car I ever owned, but I think my Lancer has beat it. Nothing but regular maintenance after 55,000 miles and 4 years, incredible!

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  Lancer Ralliart Review - 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
  By Lace - March 30 - 11:10 pm

  This is a very fun to drive car. It handles well, even in the rain. I always get compliments on my ride.